2018 i3
- $44,450
- from (MSRP)
- 12
- trims






| Trim | MSRP | Live | Trades at | Premium | Instrument |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base→ 4dr Hatchback (electric DD) | $44,450 | — | — | — | — |
| Auto→ BMW i3 | $44,750 | — | — | — | — |
| s→ s 4dr Hatchback w/Range Extender (0.6L 2cyl gas/electric plug-in hybrid DD) | $47,650 | — | — | — | — |
| s Auto→ BMW i3 | $48,350 | — | — | — | — |
| Auto w/Range Extender→ BMW i3 | $49,350 | — | — | — | — |
| s Auto w/Range Extender→ BMW i3 | $52,950 | — | — | — | — |
| 33.2 kWh (184 Hp)→ 33.2 kWh (184 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 33.2 kWh (170 Hp)→ 33.2 kWh (170 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 42.2 kWh (170 Hp)→ 42.2 kWh (170 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 32.2 kWh (184 Hp) Range Extender→ 32.2 kWh (184 Hp) Range Extender | — | — | — | — | — |
| 42.2 kWh (184 Hp)→ 42.2 kWh (184 Hp) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 33.2 kWh (170 Hp) Range Extender→ 33.2 kWh (170 Hp) Range Extender | — | — | — | — | — |
Issue: On certain vehicles, the tire and loading information label does not list that there is no spare tire in both official languages. The label reads as "NONE" when it should read as "NONE / AUCUN". Canadian regulations require the information to be listed on the label in both English and French. Safety Risk: This error does not affect vehicle safety. Corrective Actions: This is not a recall. The company has corrected the tire and loading information label for all new vehicles.
2024544 · 587,250 units · Transport Canada
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Critical safety notice — contact your dealer immediately.
Issue: A problem with the electric motor electronics (EME) module could cause a sudden loss of power to the drive motor. Note: The 12-volt electrical system would still function, so power steering and braking would not be affected. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of motor power could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: BMW will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take the vehicle to a dealer to replace the electric motor electronics module.
2019190 · 1 units · Transport Canada
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BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 i3 BEV and i3 REx hybrid electric vehicles. A circuit board problem within the Electric Motor Electronics (EME) module may shutdown the supply of high voltage electrical power.
A shut down of high-voltage electrical power would result in a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the EME module, free of charge. The recall began June 13, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
19V310000 · 159 units · NHTSA
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BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 330e iPerformance, i3 Rex, i3 Sport Rex, X5 xDrive40e, i3 BEV, i3 Sport BEV and 2019 i8 and i8 Roadster vehicles and 2018-2019 530e iPerformance, 530e xDrive iPerformance and 740Le xDrive iPerformance vehicles. Capacitors within the TurboCord Portable Chargers may fail, possibly resulting in a shock hazard or a fire.
An electrical shock or a fire can increase the risk of injury or death.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the charging cable, and replace it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 22, 2019. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
18V652000 · 3,501 units · NHTSA
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BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 BMW i3 electric and hybrid electric vehicles. Unbelted, small adult, drivers may be at a higher risk of neck injury in the event of a frontal crash. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
During a frontal impact, unbelted, small adult, drivers could be at a higher risk of neck injury.
BMW will notify owners, and dealers will update the Driver air bag control unit software, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 8, 2018. Owners may contact BMW customer service at the dedicated i3 recall number 1-855-269-3361.
17V720000 · 32,000 units · NHTSA
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